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To the north of La Palma

At some 200 metres high over sea level in the north of La Palma.

Here you find some cliffs nearly 200 metres high, with deep ravines that mark an area abundant in plant endemisms and a rich and varied fauna. The entire area is of natural interest and representative of the orography of the north of La Palma with relevant and numerous endangered and protected species.Of special interest is the vegetation of cork trees and cactus and numerous nesting birds.From big cliffs along the coast of Barlovento flow out deep ravines of great geomorphological and biological interest.

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La Palma (Canary Islands)

Barlovento, Garafía

Type områdeNature reserve

Areal 3.367 hektarer

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Kulturoplysninger

Popular architecture in the area of Garafía where there are different petroglyphs (stone engravings). In addition you can visit the Observatory of Roque de Los Muchachos.

Miljøoplysninger

In the entire area you can find excellent examples of laurel forest palms.